Flying from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) departing from here.
The timezone in Guatemala City is UTC-6, which is 1 hour behind Medellin. La Aurora International Airport is located in Guatemala City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Medellin to GUA.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Medellin to GUA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometers. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
About La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you have a late flight from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near GUA:
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
La Aurora International Airport is approximately 8 kilometers from central Guatemala City. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport is $147. The cheapest price for a return flight is $276. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Medellin to GUA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Medellin to GUA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport.
The best time to fly from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Guatemala City in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Medellin to GUA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Guatemala City
After locking in your flight from Medellin to La Aurora International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Guatemala City:
National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and Cathedral of Guatemala City are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Guatemala City to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Aurora Zoo.
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